Cooperative Learning And Learning Disabilities
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This 8 page paper discusses a number of theorists, including Piaget, Dewey, Vygotsky, Bandura, Lave, Pask and Smith. The purpose of the discussion is to set up the rationale for using cooperative learning when teaching reading and writing to students with learning disabilities. The writer also offers comments regarding the behaviorist approach as promoted by Skinner. Two examples of cooperative activities to enhance reading and writing skills are included. bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Cost-Benefit Analysis: Massachusetts Educational Law Change
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A 7 page paper discussing a change in Massachusetts law within a cost-benefit framework. The change discussed is that replacing "special needs" with "disabled" in preparation for Massachusetts' switch from its own special education standard to that of the federal government. Requiring that all special education students be disabled in some manner excludes all those without a specific disability, saving $125 million annually that can be redistributed or invested in special education for the disabled. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KScostBenAnal.wps

Counseling a Culturally Diverse Student Population
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This 8 page paper takes a look at the subject of student counseling and considers how a culturally diverse student body should be treated. Various theories are explored . Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Creativity And Intelligence: Positive Correlation
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9 pages in length. The separation between intelligence and creativity has long been considered quite vast, inasmuch as the two divergent applications do not typically intersect at any junction: One is intellectually adept or creatively talented, not both. This theory, however, has been somewhat shattered of late by contemporary ideology that claims there can be at least one intersection between the two otherwise different elements. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Critique of "Supporting and Facilitating Self-Directed Learning"
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A 1 page paper discussing the value of an article from the ERIC database. The paper goes into as much detail as possible within the 250-word limit, and finds that the article is sound in its theory and practice. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Culture and Urban Schools Intertwined
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This 10-page-paper presents a discussion about the impact cultural differences are having on our urban schools. Both the positive and the negative impacts are detailed. Bibliograpy lists five sources.
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Deaf Education
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A 5 page research paper that discusses the issue of whether or not deaf education teachers should be deaf themselves. The writer relates this to the importance of being fluent in American Sign Language, and also addresses the controversy surrounding alternative methods to ASL. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Deaf Schools vs. Mainstreaming
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An 8 page paper which examines the pros and cons of mainstreaming deaf children into regular classrooms. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Deafness & Serious Hearing Impairments In Children
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The problems of educating children with these problems is discussed in this 6 page paper. Main issues which surface concern decisions in mainstreaming and effects of exclusion on self-esteem. Recommendations are made for both parents and teachers. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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DEALING WITH THE BLIND STUDENT: A GUIDE FOR EDUCATORS
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This 3 page paper outlines the basic problems facing teachers who work with the blind student. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Designing a Curriculum for Adult Learners
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This 4 page paper is written to provide instruction on how to design a curriculum for adult learners. It draws on theories, reading materials and personal experiences. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Developing An Alternative School
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A 21 page paper. There have been alternative schools, in one form or another, in America for centuries. The need for alternative schools has become even greater over the last couple of decades. Although a common definition does not exist for this type of school, most agree the alternative school is the 'last chance' for a public education for those who are referred to them. These students may be referred by the juvenile justice system or by the regular school in the district. A comprehensive report of the history, need, and types of alternative schools and programs is offered. The second half of this paper discusses an alternative school to be established, including student populations, the names of surveys and questionnaires to be completed by parent/caregiver and/or student, the major curriculum areas, annual budget by line item, and student assessment processes. Data included. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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